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Harold White, Akwesasne, was honored for 50 years of continuous membership and active work in Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local #2 Union on Saturday, September 9, 2017. White earned a lifetime membership certificate and membership card in the Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Union on Saturday. Family, friends and co-workers honored White, along with other union workers with an awards ceremony and a dinner and dance at the Massena AMVETS. Armed with a work ethic that is both admirable...
Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held an informational presentation and discussion on Thursday, September 7th 2017 at 6 pm in the Kawehnoke Recreation Center. The presentation was in regards to the new proposal that has been offered to Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, by Hydro One. Hydro One Company has offered to sell its shares to Ontario First Nations, because the Government of Ontario has broadened the ownership of Hydro One, a utility owning the majority of electricity distribution and transmission infrastructure in the Province. The proposal was...
1 week FREE karate program (18 classes) For ages 7 and up (No exceptions) Beginning on September 26 through November 30 Every Tuesday and Thursday 6PM-7PM Kana:takon School Cafeteria Space is limited. Register today! Contact Community Health Program at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220 to register. Parent/guardian must be present on site at ALL TIMES during the class. Active wear is mandatory (i.e. t-shirt, sweatpants)....
Nicandri Nature Center Weekly starting Wednesday, Sept 20 10:00 to 11:30 am Join Joel every Wednesday starting Wednesday September 20 and continuing through Memorial Day from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. for a guided walk on our trails. Enjoy learning the names, habits, and habitats of the plants and animals found in Robert Moses State Park while you are out in nature enjoying the walk. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots. Free. Nicandri Nature Center is funded by the New York Power Authority....
The Ànowaràkowa Arena staff did a great job this past Saturday, September 16th 2017 hosting their Fall Country Fest. The Festival started during the day with local artists and vendors set up inside and out of the Arena from 1 pm to 6 pm. Some of the local artists who performed throughout the day were DJ White, Hawi and Kevin Fitch. The event was free for the family during the day, and for those who have a love for country music. The main event started at 7 pm, with two different tribute singers...
The Akwesasne Cancer Support Group held a Memorial Candle Walk on Sunday, September 16, 2017. Under still sunny skies and temps around 80 degrees at 5pm, walkers registered and took to walking the Tewatahita Trails. Over 30 walkers participated and later in the evening, carried candles for a loved one who has passed. The ravages of cancer affect every person living in Akwesasne. When the Akwesasne Cancer Support groups hosts an event, the place should be packed showing our support for those who...
SUNY Potsdam will host its sixth annual Suicide Awareness Walk on Saturday, Sept. 23, starting outside Thatcher Hall. Registration will open at 11 a.m., and the walk will begin promptly at noon. The campus walk is sponsored by the College Counseling Center and the Jeffrey Kimball Foundation for Suicide Prevention and Awareness. The walk will raise funds to support the foundation’s work at SUNY Potsdam and in the surrounding communities to save lives through prevention and awareness. The rain location is in the Barrington Student Union. Free p...
By Patriot-News (Harrisburg, PA) It has been more than a century, but they are finally going home. Three Native American children, buried at what is now the Carlisle Barracks, were disinterred in August, which started the process of returning their remains to their rightful home in Wyoming, capping decades of efforts to get them there. The three children were members of the Northern Arapaho Nation and are among the 200 who died when they were students at the Carlisle Indian Industrial School. Their names, according to a June 21 notice in the...
Saturday, October 7th, 2017 1:00pm – 3:00pm Berkeley Park (across from the old hotel in Saranac Lake) Organized by North County 350 Alliance and partners! The theme is “Climate change denial is the REAL hoax....
The Trump administration's plan for shrinking and diminishing protections at America's national monuments appears far more expansive than previously reported, targeting 10 of the nation's most ecologically sensitive landscapes and marine preserves. The plan, which the White House has been keeping secret since it was submitted by Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke late last month, would shrink the borders at half a dozen monuments and ocean preserves and open four others up for uses such as...
The theme for 2017 is "Together for Peace: Respect, Safety and Dignity for All." The theme honors the spirit of TOGETHER, a global initiative that promotes respect, safety and dignity for everyone forced to flee their homes in search of a better life. TOGETHER unites the organizations of the United Nations System, the 193 Member States of the United Nations, the private sector, civil society, academic institutions and individual citizens in a global partnership in support of diversity,...
Friday, September 29, 2017 11AM-4PM Guest Speaker Dr. Darryl Tonemah AHA Training Room Friday, September 29, 2017 6PM-8PM Suicide Prevention Awareness / Survivor Walk Generations Park – Walking Trail For more information contact Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Mental Health Services at 518-358-3145....
Series from September 13 to October 18 Wednesdays 11:00am – 12:00noon Generations Park To register or for more information please feel free to contact Lorrie Caldwell at 613-575-2341 ext. 3239 or email [email protected]....
KINGSTON, Ontario — If you have ever visited Kingston, Ontario, and many Akwesasronon have, it is impossible to escape the presence of Sir John A. Macdonald. His name is on the highway into town, a main boulevard through the city and buildings across the educational spectrum, from a new elementary school in a suburb to the law school of the prestigious Queen’s University. Macdonald, whose visage adorns the Canadian $10 bill, was Canada’s first prime minister and the chief broker of the political deal that created the country 150 years ago....
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police: On Sept. 8, police ticketed Oren Thompson, 40, of Akwesasne, Ontario for fail to stop at a stop sign and unregistered vehicle. Tickets are returnable to Tribal Court on Oct. 27. On Sept. 8, police ticketed Darlene D. Benedict, 52, of Akwesasne, Ontario for speeding (allegedly 51-35 mph zone). Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on 09-28-2017. On Sept. 8, police ticketed Shaelene M. Gibson, 32, of Hogansburg; Sarah L. Bero, 35, of Hogansburg; Raymond D. Hazelton, 70, of Heuvelton; Mikayla R. Cree, 29, of...
Row 1: Paula Leroux, Nancy Niles, Kelly Jacobs, Kelly Gunderson, Christie Casey, Bernadine Herne and Donna Arquette. Row 2: Chris Jock, Rod Drumm, Danny Cree, Jon Barnes, Abe Gray and Danny Jock. Mrs. Layo (left) and Miss Jock (right, now Mrs. Keddy). Submitted by Mrs. Louise Jock. Do you have any old photos that you'd like to share with our readers in Blast from the Past? Bring them in! Our offices are located on Hilltop Drive in the Communications Building. Stop letting your photos gather...
September 18, 2017. Ottawa, ON. As the 42nd session of Parliament begins, Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde said there needs to be focus from all parties on concrete, practical steps towards building a nation-to-nation relationship between First Nations and Canada. “It’s time for Canada’s commitments to be translated into action. First Nations have a vision of a renewed nation-to-nation relationship with Canada,” said National Chief Bellegarde. “Our agenda is based on realizing this vision by taking practical steps tha...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager and the Clinical Coordinator, the general purpose of the Case Supervisor/Educator Instructor position is to provide, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate specialized educational programs for IATC clientele. The incumbent is responsible for providing shift supervision to ensure client monitoring within the prescribed program plan and delivery of educational programming. The Educational Instructor will assist in client reintegration back into a normal school or...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Clinical Coordinator and the Case Supervisors, the incumbent is responsible for providing supervision on one of three shifts and is responsible for client monitoring within the program plan. QUALIFICATIONS: · Two (2) year Social Service Worker certification or a related social service discipline: with one (1) year documented experience working with adolescents. · Valid driver’s license with driver’s abstract. All interested applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, and copie...
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Arena Manager the concession worker is responsible for the operation of the concession stand at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena. QUALIFICATIONS: · High School Graduate or G.E.D. · Two (2) years experience in the concession stand field. SKILLS: · Able to count, handle cash and ability to balance cash and receipts. · Ability to work under pressure when required. · Organized and able to take on a variety of tasks. · Must be able to lift heavy objects and stand on feet for multiple hours. All intereste...
Benefit for the parking lot paving project. Indoor Sale and Concession One day only at the Snye Recreation Center Saturday, September 23, 2017 Starting at 9am to 5pm Donations to the Homemakers can be dropped off on Friday, September 22 evening at 6pm. Contact the following on Facebook: Emmy Mitchell, Dyan Swamp, Stephanie Lazore-Cole, or Paula Jacobs, or leave a message at the Snye Recreation Center 613-575-2496. Table rentals available to sell your treasures, set up Friday....
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is doing a public tender for 6 vehicles from the MCA fleet. They can be seen at the locations listed below. The vehicles are available for tender in “As is Condition.” Sealed bids will be received by Theresa Thompson at the Operational Support Program office located in the Housing Building, Administration #4, 13 First Street, Kana:takon (St. Regis). Below is a brief description of each vehicle: 1998 International BUS Mileage: 228426 km Condition: Fair Location: Cook Farm Lane 2000 International BUS Mileage: Not...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s departments and programs have teamed up with the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education to host three evening open house events with a chance for community members to learn more about MCA overall, and for students and parents to see the school and meet with teachers and staff. All are invited to attend and provide your valuable feedback. MCA’s mission for the open houses is to engage with community members, hear directly from you and be directly available to you. With nearly 1,000 employees, the MCA org...
Saturday, September 30, 2017 9:00am to 4:00pm Kawehno:ke Recreation Please arrive by 8:30, the course starts at 9:00am SHARP! Light breakfast and lunch will be served. Course will be open to 20 participants! Ages 11-14 Pre-register with Wanda @ 613-575-2341 ext. 3170 or Keisha @ 3175. Certification provided by St. John Ambulance. Proudly sponsored by Akwesasne Child & Family Services....